Seth Davis
About Seth Davis
Seth Davis serves as the Vice President Controller at RLI Insurance Company, a position he has held since 2019. He has a strong background in finance and accounting, with an MBA from The University of Chicago and extensive experience in internal audit and corporate services.
Work at RLI Insurance Company
Seth Davis has been serving as the Vice President Controller at RLI Insurance Company since 2019. In this role, he oversees the coordination of internal control testing and reporting, which includes Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Model Audit Rule (MAR), and key operational and compliance controls. He also acts as the primary contact for rating agency communications, presentations, and data requests. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at RLI, including Vice President Corporate Services and Vice President of Internal Audit, contributing to corporate governance initiatives and risk management.
Education and Expertise
Seth Davis holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he studied from 1999 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Accounting from Illinois State University, completing his studies from 1990 to 1994. Additionally, he obtained a High School Diploma from Escola Graduada de Sao Paulo in 1990. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in finance, accounting, and corporate governance.
Professional Background
Seth Davis began his career at First Chicago as an Auditor from 1994 to 1995. He then transitioned to State Farm, where he worked as an Underwriter and later as an Underwriting Supervisor from 1995 to 2000. In 2004, he joined RLI Insurance Company as Vice President of Internal Audit, a position he held until 2018. His extensive experience in auditing, underwriting, and corporate services has shaped his current role at RLI, where he leads initiatives in internal controls and corporate governance.
Leadership in Corporate Governance
In his capacity as Vice President Controller at RLI Insurance Company, Seth Davis leads Corporate Services, focusing on corporate governance initiatives. His responsibilities include model risk management and end-user computing management. Through these initiatives, he ensures that the company's operations align with regulatory requirements and industry standards, contributing to the overall integrity and efficiency of the organization.